Jackson, North Carolina
Jackson: town in North Carolina
About
Jackson is a town located in the county of Northampton in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 513 and a population density of 196 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 452 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Jackson
| Population | 452 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Northampton County |
| Different from | Jackson County |
| Postal code | 27845 |
| Phone Area Codes | 252 |
| Area | 2.62 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.3896,-77.4214 |
| Altitude | 102 feet / 31 meters |
| Capital city | Jackson is capital of Northampton County |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 08:01:49 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 173 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -13.5% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 86℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Jackson is located at 36°23'23"N 77°25'17"W (36.3896000, -77.4213600).
Jackson map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Jackson decreased by 13.5% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 513 | - | census |
| 2011 | 506 | -1.38% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 496 | -2.02% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 486 | -2.06% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 478 | -1.67% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 478 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 471 | -1.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 465 | -1.29% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 459 | -1.31% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 454 | -1.1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 452 | -0.44% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Jackson
1Northampton County Museum Inc
203 W Jefferson St, Jackson, NC 27845, United States View details
Phone: +12525342911 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Jackson
1northampton county nc chamber of commerce
127 W Jefferson St, Jackson, NC 27845, United States View details
Phone: +12525341383 | Website available
2Jackson Town Hall
100 E Jefferson St, Jackson, NC 27845 View details
Phone: +12525343811 | Website available
People born in Jackson (3)
People born in Jackson, including politician Samuel R. Buxton, African/biologist and activist Amanda E. Peele, lawyer, judge, and bank president William Hyslop Sumner Burgwyn, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Jackson, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198640 | Halifax Community College | Weldon (NC) | 27890 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Jackson, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMT | Rocky Mount | 101 Hammond Street | RAIL |
| WLN | Wilson | 401 East Nash Street | RAIL |
| GRN | Greenville, NC | Second and Reade Streets | BUS |
| PTB | Petersburg station | 3516 South Street | RAIL |
| NPN | Newport News station | 9304 Warwick Boulevard | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Jackson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Post Office | Jackson (NC) | 27845 |
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Other cities in Northampton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Northampton County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Gaston | 1,022 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
| Garysburg | 913 | City in Northampton County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Rich Square | 834 | City in Northampton County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Conway | 721 | Town in North Carolina, USA |
| Woodland | 701 | Town in Northampton County, North Carolina, United States |
| Seaboard | 541 | Human settlement in Northampton County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Severn | 238 | Human settlement in Northampton County, North Carolina, United States of America |
| Lasker | 106 | Human settlement in Northampton County, North Carolina, United States of America |